As we approach the 1
month countdown until our due date, many thoughts have been filling our heads
about the joys and struggles that lie ahead of us. I know this doesn’t include everything that
lies ahead, but regardless… I’m going to be a mom.
I’m going to be a
mom.
We have been blessed
by the Lord with a sweet life
That has been formed
and knitted in my womb for almost 9 months.
We were chosen to
welcome a sweet little girl into our lives and hearts.
We have read
numerous books, consulted friends, family and classes
Seeking knowledge
and wisdom on childbirth and parenthood,
But how can you
truly prepare for this…
I’m going to be a
mom.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I’m going to go
through hours of pain, laboring to bring Brooke her first breath.
I will rely on the
Lord and my husband for strength and peace.
Tears of joy will be
streaming down our faces when we meet our precious child.
It will be surreal,
as it is now, to even imagine a human being nestled perfectly inside of me.
We pray for a safe
delivery and healthy mom and baby, whatever it takes by
Surrendering our
will and control to God and the doctors on the day of her arrival.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I’m going to be a
mom.
Your first breath,
will take ours away.
My body will be
yours as I strive to produce and deliver your sustenance.
Our arms will be
filled with affection, peace, and protection
As you, Brooke
Grayson have been entrusted to our care.
We will endure
sleepless nights and countless cries for help.
We will mess up. We
will get frustrated. We will make it.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I’m going to be a
mom.
Your father and I
will seek God’s guidance on how to be great parents.
We will love Him
first, each other second, and you third.
We do this to ensure
the best support and outcome for our lives.
This is not loving
you less,
It is loving you
more by letting Christ’s love flow down to you.
Though we’ve never
met, you are so very loved by your Daddy and I.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I’m going to be a
mom.
We will watch you
grow as you watch our every movement.
We will strive to be
good examples of love and grace.
I will do my best to
teach you how to be a Godly woman,
And your father will
be the best example of a man’s love.
Our lives will
forever change the day you arrive,
We welcome you with
open arms and hearts, sweet child.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I will have a shadow
from now until you’re “too cool”.
We will bathe you,
feed you, clothe you and fix your hair.
We will kiss and
tickle you.
We will love you
with every ounce of love you can bare.
We will also discipline
you and teach you how to obey.
You won’t always
like us, but you will always know we love you.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I’m going to be a
mom.
No longer is my life
my own.
Your father and I
will delight as we show you off to the world.
When you’re sick, we
will do all we can to make you better.
When you’re happy,
we will share in the joy and rejoice.
Always ready and willing,
with open arms to embrace you,
And love you for you
are our daughter.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I will get yelled
at, talked back to, and ignored.
Fear not, for I have been a daughter too and I know these
things will pass.
I will always be
there as a shoulder to cry on and a listening ear.
I will always know
more than you think I do,
And I will try my
best to give you your freedom and watch you learn and grow.
I pray you will seek
the Lord and not the attention of man.
I’m going to be a
mom.
I’m going to be a
mom.
We welcome the Lord
to bless us with many more dear children.
Your father and I
know you will be a great example and testimony of love.
We hope to fill our
home and hearts with brothers and sisters for you Brooke Grayson.
You will always be
our first child, you will be a role model and a big sister.
Lord, we’re ready
for whatever may come our way,
We give you all
glory, honor and praise.
I’m going to be a
mom.
